Vice President, Human Resources
Position Summary
Develops Human Resources policies and programs for the CTA. This includes, but is not limited to: organizational planning and development, recruitment and staffing, job classification and compensation, benefits, medical, testing and development, HRIS, employee records and other employee services. Originates Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide a balanced program throughout all departments. Advises senior management on Human Resources issues. Ensures a balanced budget for the department.

Primary Responsibilities

• Formulates and recommends Human Resources policies and objectives for the CTA. Sets the strategic plan for Human Resources. Responsible for HR technology systems including Oracle HRMS and OAB. Drives enhancements to Oracle.
• Manages the design, implementation, and administration of wage and salary structure, pay policies, performance management programs; employee benefits programs and services, and CTA's medical/health programs.
• Directs a process of organizational planning that evaluates structure, job design, and manpower throughout the CTA. Directs a process of organization that primarily addresses succession planning throughout the authority.
• Selects and coordinates use of Human Resources consultants, insurance brokers, insurance carriers, and other outside sources. Responsible for all Performance Management, competencies, EAP, succession planning and non-union discipline programs.
• Defines all Human Resources programs, and authority/responsibility of Human Resources and line management within those programs. Provides necessary education and materials to line management and employees---workshops, training, manuals, and standardized reports.
• Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting Human Resources function (e.g. OSHA, EEO, TEFRA, Wage & Hour, DOL). Monitors exposure to the CTA.
• Determines and recommends employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale.
• Through a team of employees, manages the establishment of standard recruiting, placement, and testing practices and procedures as well as retention and workforce development programs. Interviews executive level candidates.
• Through a team of employees oversees the establishment of in-house management training programs that addresses Authority's needs across division lines (e.g., performance appraisal, interviewing, and compensation).
• Oversees implementation of programs through Human Resources staff.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration or related field. Master's degree and/or designation such as SPHR or CCP preferred.
• 10+ years Human Resources management experience, including supervising and directing the work of staff performing a variety of Human Resources functions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and strategic ability to formulate and drive a high-profile and company-wide program.
• Experience in advising senior management, crafting creative solutions and articulating complex issues concisely.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation experience to and diverse audiences.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Enterprise Resources Planning System exposure a strong plus. MS Office experience required.

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